In the November/December 2008
Cigar Aficionado

Daniel Craig

In the latest Cigar Aficionado we go behind-the-scenes on the set of the new James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace to interview Daniel Craig. We also take a look at what has helped the 007 franchise last for 55 years. In addition, we speak with golfer Rocco Mediate, the man who almost slew Tiger Woods in the last U.S. Open. Also, read about an online poker scam and whether or not it's a good idea for athletes to leave college to go pro.

Up Front

Editors' Note : Cigar Rights of America

Letters : Out of the Humidor

Good Life Guide

Electronics : Tivoli NetWorks

Drink : Côte-Rôtie

Sport : The Bobby Jones-Pelz Wedge Collection

Cigars : Tommy Bahama Smoking Kit

Time : Cartier in Pink

Wheels : Aston Martin DBS

Places : Esperanza

Fun : Truffle Hunting in Piedmont

Style : Formal Shoes

Gourmet : Lamb Crown Roast

Features

Cover : Bond Reinvented - An exclusive look inside the making of Quantum of Solace, and Daniel Craig's next turn at playing superspy James Bond.

Golf : Rocco's Revenge - After an amazing 18-hole U.S. Open playoff against Tiger Woods, Rocco Mediate locked down a place in sports history.

Golf With Marvin : More Confessions of a Weekend Golfer: Playing
on One Good Knee

Gambling : Gunning for Cheats - Two online poker regulars uncover a scam fleecing unsuspecting players of millions of dollars.

Travel : The Bucket List - Our travel experts pick the places you need to see at least once in a lifetime.

Sports : On the Fast Track - Young athletes must ponder both risks and rewards when leaving college early in hopes of a pro career.

Tech : Beyond the Call - Today's cell phones have to do more than make a simple connection. Here are handsets that deliver style when you dial.

Watches : Time Under Pressure - Great wristwatches are often rooted in a practical application. Cigar Aficionado takes a look at some robust examples designated for wear above and below sea level.

Cigars

Profile : The Happiest Mayor in America - Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman is flamboyant, outspoken and an unabashed lover of fine cigars.

Cuba Report : Jammin' in Las Vegas - Two Cigar Aficionado editors. Two cigarmakers from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua. The game: a smoke-off.

Interview : An Interview with Tim Ozgener - C.A.O. International Inc. has now been in business for 40 years, evolving from making pipes to producing cigars.